How much does an inspector make in Richmond?
$48,710a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $23.42 an hour or $4,059 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.42
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 193 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 1,330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,530Median: $48,710Highest 10%: $72,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,530 | $16.60 | |
| 25th | $40,920 | $19.67 | |
| Median | $48,710 | $23.42 | |
| 75th | $60,230 | $28.96 | |
| 90th | $72,910 | $35.05 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for inspectors.
| Washington, DC | $61,820 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $58,570 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $57,660 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $57,330 |
| Staunton, VA | $52,690 |
| Roanoke, VA | $48,470 |
| Kingsport, TN | $47,160 |
| Winchester, VA | $46,220 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $46,170 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $46,080 |
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Salaries for every job in Richmond, VAFrequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $23.42 ($48,710 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $48,710 against $48,570 nationally, 0% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $49,590, so Richmond pays 2% less.
Where does Richmond rank for inspector pay?
193 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does an inspector make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,530 or less a year; the top 10% make $72,910 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.